Your guide to Golf Memorabilia

It is generally accepted that Golf as we know it today originated in Scotland during the 12th century when shepherds knocked stones into rabbit holes on the same land where St. Andrews now resides.

Whilst one of the most played sports in the World, it is only in the last 20 years that golf has become one of the major sports in terms of popularity and sponsorship, which makes Golf Memorabilia a highly collectable area.

It has created household names of many golfers making their memorabilia highly desirable and collectable.

In addition memorabilia from the major’s and World’s leading tournament’s are extremely popular. This includes the USA Open, The PGA and The Masters. Probably the most converted area is Ryder Cup Memorabilia..

The Ryder Cup began after an exhibition match in 1926 between a team of American professionals against a team from the British PGA. It took place on the East Course at Wentworth Club. The first actual Ryder Cup took place in 1927 with a trophy donated by Samuel Ryder.